Napa’s Dominus Buys Yountville Ranch Vineyard from Markham
Dominus Estate, the Napa Valley winery owned by Bordeaux’s Christian Moueix, has purchased the 86-acre Yountville Ranch Vineyard from Markham Vineyards, next door to Dominus' Napanook vineyard. Neither party disclosed a purchase price. Moueix told Wine Spectator that despite the current challenges facing the wine...
“A 33 percent reduction” in farmland? Sonoma residents sound the alarm
At the August 20 Sonoma City Council meeting, residents spoke out about a proposal to rezone parts of the historic Sebastiani Winery property from agriculture to a new “Sonoma mixed use” category. The 20-plus acre site, stretching along East Spain Street and Fourth Street East, is owned by Foley Family Wines, which...
The Local expands with second sandwich shop in Petaluma
Farm fresh ingredients are a hallmark of the gourmet sandwiches that took Petaluma by storm when the first shop opened at Active Wellness. Where: the original location is at Active Wellness Center at 1201 Redwood Way. The new location in the Plaza North Shopping center is at 229 N. McDowell Blvd. (Note: The Active...
From river splashes to salty paws: best dog beaches in Sonoma County
Ask any dog owner around here and they’ll tell you: a beach day isn’t just for people. Our four‑legged friends want their paws in the sand and their noses in the breeze just as much as we do. Luckily, Sonoma County delivers in spades—with uncrowded spots along both the coast and the Russian River where dogs are...
The Chili Relleno At This Classic Restaurant In California Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Tucked away in the charming streets of Petaluma, a culinary treasure awaits that has California foodies making special trips just to experience its magic. Taqueria El Favorito might look unassuming from the outside, but inside those white walls with distinctive red arches lies Mexican cuisine so authentic and...
The Crab Cakes At This Cafe In California Are So Good, You’ll Dream About...
Tucked away on the rugged coastline of Bodega Bay sits a humble seafood shack that has locals setting their weekend alarms early and out-of-towners plotting elaborate road trips with the devotion of religious pilgrims. Spud Point Crab Company isn’t trying to impress you with white tablecloths or fancy plating –...
Petaluma’s fire marshal puts focus on prevention, not just response
In a city where wildfire risk looms year-round, the job of fire marshal is one of the most important in public safety. Petaluma has a new person in that role: Fire Marshal Amy Segui, a seasoned professional who now leads the Fire Prevention Bureau. Her appointment comes as the department, under Chief Jeff Schach,...
Snapchat helps police catch ‘prolific’ Santa Rosa tagger: PD
(KRON) — A “prolific” tagger responsible for graffiti at various locations in Sonoma County was arrested in Rohnert Park on Aug. 21, according to the Santa Rosa Police Department. The suspect, 23-year-old Fabian Manriquez Lopez, and his alleged accomplice, 20-year-old Alexis Smith, both from Santa Rosa, now face...
Santa Rosa Teen Arrested for Firearm Possession After Pat Elsbree Skate Park Brawl
In an incident that ignited community concern, Windsor Deputies arrested 18-year-old Kamoryn Hill from Santa Rosa on charges related to firearm possession following a brawl at Pat Elsbree Skate Park, adjacent to Windsor Middle School. The Town of Windsor Police Department reported that last Tuesday, amidst a clash...
California wine country wildfire surpasses 6,500 acres, mandatory evacuations ordered
(LOS ANGELES) -- A fast-spreading wildfire in California's wine country prompted mandatory evacuation orders as firefighters continued to battle the blaze from the ground and air on Sunday. The Pickett Fire in Northern California's Napa County has burned some 6,531 acres since it broke out Thursday, according to the...
